Warm Up First: 15 Expert Tips Best Yoga Poses for two people

When it comes to practicing yoga with your partner, it’s important to warm up first.

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Both of you should take some time to practice solo poses and stretches before getting into couples poses.

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you’re both warmed up, there are a few different types of couples

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One type of pose is called an “embrace.” Embrace poses involve both

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partners wrapping their arms around each other while standing or sitting.

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This type of pose can be used as a way to stretch the back

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shoulders or as a gentle way to deepen your connection with your partner.

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Another type of couple’s yoga pose is called a “twist.” In a twist pose, one partner stands

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